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Animal Nutrition Sciences

Animal nutrition sciences, also known as veterinary nutrition, involves the study of how food and nutrients affect the health and wellbeing of animals. This field of study is important for the care and treatment of animals in veterinary healthcare. Veterinary nutritionists use a variety of methods to determine the …

Curated from this journal's research 📚 1 peer-reviewed article cited Cited 61× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2575-1212 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Animal nutrition sciences, also known as veterinary nutrition, involves the study of how food and nutrients affect the health and wellbeing of animals. This field of study is important for the care and treatment of animals in veterinary healthcare. Veterinary nutritionists use a variety of methods to determine the nutritional needs of different species and individual animals, including dogs, cats, horses, cows, and pigs. They research and develop diets that are tailored to meet the specific nutritional requirements of each animal, taking into consideration their age, weight, activity level, breed, and any underlying medical conditions. Proper nutrition is essential for the prevention and treatment of many diseases and conditions in animals. For example, a diet that is too high in fat can lead to obesity and related health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, and joint pain. On the other hand, a diet that is deficient in certain nutrients can lead to poor growth, weak bones and muscles, and a compromised immune system. In addition to creating diets for animals, veterinary nutritionists also work closely with veterinarians to develop nutritional plans for animals with chronic medical conditions, such as kidney disease or allergies. They also research new and innovative ways to improve animal nutrition and develop specialized products, such as mineral supplements, protein powders, and dietary fiber supplements. Overall, animal nutrition sciences play a crucial role in maintaining the health and wellbeing of animals in veterinary healthcare. Through ongoing research and innovation, veterinary nutritionists will continue to develop better ways to feed and care for our animal companions, both in and out of the veterinary clinic.

Research published in this journal

1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 1 article above has been cited 61 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Veterinary Healthcare (ISSN 2575-1212).

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Martin Svoboda · Czech Republic

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